1971–72 La Liga

Primera División
Season1971–72
ChampionsReal Madrid (15th title)
RelegatedSevilla
Córdoba
Sabadell
European CupReal Madrid
Cup Winners' CupAtlético Madrid
UEFA CupValencia
Barcelona
Las Palmas
Matches played306
Goals scored675 (2.21 per match)
Top goalscorerEnrique Porta (20 goals)
Biggest home winReal Sociedad 6–0 Real Betis
Biggest away winCórdoba 0–4 Valencia

The 1971–72 La Liga was the 41st season since its establishment. The season began on 4 September 1971, and concluded on 14 May 1972. It was played by 18 clubs after the expansion from the previous season.